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Local Sports Recap – October 17, 2023

Tuesday, October 17 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team defeated Harrisburg last night on the road in 2 sets, 25-8 & 25-12. The Lady Bulldogs are now 23-6 on the year, they will play their final home match of the season tonight as they... Read More.

Top Twelve Announced for 2024 Pets at Risk Calendar

Monday, October 16 by Jc Tinsley

Twelve of White County’s furry finest will don the 2024 Pets at Risk calendar which will go on sale later this year. All told, the fifty animals available for votes helped the organization rake in just under $4,000. The top vote getter was Ruby... Read More.

White County Board Meeting Tuesday

Monday, October 16 by WROY-WRUL News

It’s a week of meetings as the Carmi City Council, Carmi White County School Board and the White County Board are all on tap to meet this week.The White County Board will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday night at the White County Courthouse with... Read More.

Carmi White County School Board Meeting Tonight

Monday, October 16 by WROY-WRUL News

The Carmi White County District Five School Board will meet tonight (Monday) for appears to be a busy agenda.The meeting will be held at the Jefferson Attendance Center beginning at 7 this evening (Monday, 10/16).The meeting agenda includes routine items such as approval of... Read More.

Corn Day Parade Winners

Monday, October 16 by WROY-WRUL News

Congratulations to the Corn Day Parade winners.Carrying on a long standing tradition, Brownsville School once again picked up the first place prize for best float. The White County Historical Society’s entry was chosen as the second place winner.Harrisburg Band was selected as the best... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – October 16, 2023

Monday, October 16 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldog football team defeated Eldorado Friday night by a final score of 14-8. The Bulldogs led 8-0 at halftime and the defense was able to keep the Eagles out of the endzone in the final minutes of the game... Read More.

Corn Day Saturday Morning Recap

Saturday, October 14 by Jc Tinsley

A big crowd descended on downtown Carmi for the pet parade Saturday morning. In the best float division, Hadley Williams, Bradley Reavis, and Mati Orr worked together to win with their Hocus Pocus entry. 2nd place was won by Kai Wiggins, Taytem and Jagger... Read More.

Corn Day Friday Night Festivities Forced to Take Shelter Indoors

Saturday, October 14 by Jc Tinsley

While the Bulldog football team was busy surviving the Eagles in Eldorado Friday night, folks trying to enjoy Corn Day festivities were forced indoors for events. Carmi Kiwanis President Emily Williams moved the pageant to the Carmi White County High School auditorium where a... Read More.

Boil Order Lifted

Friday, October 13 by WROY-WRUL News

The boil order issued for 1625 Sunnybrook and Hillcrest, here in Carmi has been lifted.The order was issued Thursday by the City of Carmi, who apologized for any inconvenience during the boil order.

Southern Illinois Republican Representatives Host Law Enforcement Roundtable on End of Cash Bail

Friday, October 13 by Jc Tinsley

On Wednesday, House Republican State Representatives Patrick Windhorst, Paul Jacobs, and Dave Severin hosted local law enforcement officials for a roundtable discussion centered on the impact that the end of cash bail has had on the criminal justice system. Law enforcement officials including... Read More.